18675468. CAMERA MODULE simplified abstract (LG INNOTEK CO., LTD.)

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CAMERA MODULE

Organization Name

LG INNOTEK CO., LTD.

Inventor(s)

Sang Ok Park of Seoul (KR)

CAMERA MODULE - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18675468 titled 'CAMERA MODULE

The present embodiment of the camera module involves a first lens driving device and a second lens driving device, positioned facing each other on opposite sides.

  • The first housing includes a first lateral part corresponding to the first lens driving device and a second lateral part on the opposite side.
  • A first magnet unit in the first lateral part and a second magnet unit in the second lateral part are connected to coils, with the first magnet unit having a shorter distance between its lateral surfaces compared to the second magnet unit.

Key Features and Innovation:

  • Camera module with two lens driving devices facing each other.
  • Housing design with separate lateral parts for each lens driving device.
  • Magnet units with different distances between lateral surfaces for precise control.

Potential Applications:

  • Mobile phone cameras
  • Surveillance cameras
  • Automotive cameras

Problems Solved:

  • Improved control and precision in lens movement
  • Compact design for small camera modules

Benefits:

  • Enhanced image quality
  • Smoother autofocus functionality
  • Space-saving design for compact devices

Commercial Applications: The technology can be utilized in various industries such as smartphone manufacturing, security systems, and automotive technology, enhancing the performance and functionality of camera systems.

Prior Art: Readers can explore prior art related to camera module designs, lens driving devices, and magnet unit configurations in the field of imaging technology.

Frequently Updated Research: Stay updated on advancements in lens driving technology, magnet unit design, and camera module innovations to understand the latest developments in the industry.

Questions about Camera Module Technology: 1. How does the distance between the lateral surfaces of the magnet units impact the performance of the camera module? 2. What are the potential challenges in integrating this technology into different types of cameras?


Original Abstract Submitted

The present embodiment relates to a camera module comprising a first lens driving device and a second lens driving device, wherein a first lateral surface of the first lens driving device faces a second lateral surface of the second lens driving device, a first housing comprises a first lateral part corresponding to the first lateral surface of the first lens driving device and a second lateral part disposed at the opposite side of the first lateral part, a first magnet comprises a first magnet unit disposed in in the first lateral part and a second magnet unit disposed in the second lateral part, each of the first magnet unit and the second magnet unit comprises an inner surface facing a first coil, an outer surface disposed at an opposite side of the inner surface, and both lateral surfaces connecting the inner surface and the outer surface, and the distance between the both lateral surfaces of the first magnet unit is shorter than the distance between the both lateral surfaces of the second magnet unit.